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The first thing to consider when buying a new computer is whether you want a desktop, a laptop or a tablet. If you plan to use your computer in one location, desktops have many advantages. You can get a more powerful computer for your money, and you have more upgrade options. Plus, you can get a larger monitor and set up your keyboard in a way that's ergonomically optimal for you. But if you need a portable computer, a laptop can still be very powerful and affordable, and you can always connect it to a separate monitor and keyboard when you're at your desk.

If you use your computer primarily for email, web browsing and watching videos, you may be able to get away with using a tablet as your primary computer. Add a tablet keyboard, and you gain most the functionality of a standard laptop. Touchscreen laptops are another great way to get the best of both worlds.

You should also consider the speed and processing power you need. Single and dual-core processors are adequate for basic functions like email and web browsing, but you'll want a quad-core computer if you do a lot of gaming or video streaming.